Does Innovations for Poverty Action pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Innovations for Poverty Action employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Innovations for Poverty Action. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Innovations for Poverty Action?

58% of Innovations for Poverty Action employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Innovations for Poverty Action 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Innovations for Poverty Action?

Research Associate (45) , Field Officer (26) , Research Manager (15) , Research Analyst (12) , Senior Research Associate (9) , Intern (8) , Research Assistant (8) , Field Manager (7) , Project Associate (7) , Manager (6) , Researcher (6) , Associate Research Manager (5) , Project Coordinator (5) , Senior Field Officer (5) , Associate Director (4)

What are the pros of working at Innovations for Poverty Action according to real employee reviews?

"You get to work with incredibly smart, fun, motivated people." ((in 16 reviews)); "Amazing colleagues and great flexibility / benefits" ((in 12 reviews)); "A great opportunity to do work that you can be proud of." ((in 7 reviews)); "Great working environment" ((in 7 reviews)); "Managers understand and give time for problem" ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Innovations for Poverty Action according to real employee reviews?

"Salaries are low and the ranges between staff who do the same amount of work can be absurd." ((in 25 reviews)); "Management is poor and disorganized" ((in 17 reviews)); "Long hours; Lots of travels to the field;" ((in 11 reviews)); "Heavy workload, low compensation, tiring" ((in 7 reviews)); "No work life balance at IPA" ((in 5 reviews))

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3.6

58% would recommend to a friend

(245 total reviews)

Annie Duflo

70% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Culture & values

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.2

Senior management

3.2

Career opportunities

2.9

Compensation and benefits

Innovations for Poverty Action has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 245 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Innovations for Poverty Action employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the ONG y Organizaciones sin fines de lucro industry (3.7 stars).

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245 reviews

3.0

Dec 3, 2020

Fast-paced ivory tower research with few provisions or protections in field.

Research manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Linked with top researchers. Can sometimes lead to good job opportunities. Good hands-on field experience.

Cons

Can be difficult for expatriates, living with local wages while paying US school debt, following safety protocols meant for Kenyans though the risks to each group differ. Some improvements made in the latter area when I was there.

4.0

Nov 3, 2020

Great organization, growth depends on manager

Research associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It's a very mission-driven organization with passionate employees working for creating impact. While growth may be somewhat limited to the scope and the timeline of the project, there are no restrictions on seeking internal transfers and adding more projects/tasks to your bag. Management (particularly in the global office) are very approachable and can be supportive of your learning goals.

Cons

Country offices may have internal dynamics for raises and promotions. These need to be navigated in advance by having a conversation with your manager.

4.0

Aug 23, 2020

Working with IPA

Research associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company has a very elaborate plan for staff training, career progression and mentor-ship. International experience and trainings offered to staff

Cons

Pay is less competitive to the industry

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